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Starting and driving
Servicing
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation.

  • Page 2: Introduction

    Introduction The following warning may be required by California law: CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

  • Page 3: Breaking-In Your Vehicle

    INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE The information found in this guide was in effect at the time of printing. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation. EMISSION WARRANTY The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-Bumper Coverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 7.3L...

  • Page 4: Vehicle Symbol Glossary

    Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Safety Alert Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Side Child Seat Installation Warning Brake System Brake Fluid - Non-Petroleum Based Master Lighting Switch Fog Lamps-Front Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Power Windows Front/Rear...
  • Page 5 Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Vehicle Symbol Glossary Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature...

  • Page 6: Instrumentation

    Instrumentation Instrument cluster Instrument panel dimmer (pg. 8) control (pg. 27) Driver air bag (pg. 121) Headlamp control (pg. 27) Traction control switch* (pg. 140) Wiper/washer control (pg. 73) Power adjustable foot Turn signal control pedals* (pg. 72) Speed control* (pg.
  • Page 7 Instrumentation Gearshift with O/D Audio system control (pg. 38) (pg. 145) Rear window defroster control Climate control system (pg. 38) (pg. 29)

  • Page 8: Warning Lights And Chimes

    Instrumentation WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Standard instrument cluster CHECK TRAC CNTL FUEL ENGINE VOLTS FUEL < FUEL FILL DOOR Optional instrument cluster CHECK FUEL Low fuel (if equipped) Illuminates as an early reminder of a low fuel condition indicated on the fuel gauge (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter for more information).
  • Page 9 Instrumentation Check engine Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine’s CHECK emission control system. This ENGINE system is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD II). This OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards.
  • Page 10 Instrumentation Light is blinking: Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. You should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.
  • Page 11 Engine coolant temperature (if equipped) Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. If light stays on or continues to turn on after the vehicle warms up, have your vehicle serviced. Never remove the coolant recovery cap while the engine is running or hot.
  • Page 12 Instrumentation Brake system warning Standard instrument cluster Optional instrument cluster Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to ensure the circuit is functional. Also illuminates if the parking brake is engaged. If brake warning lamp does not illuminate at these times, seek service immediately.
  • Page 13 Charging system Illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and the engine is off. The light also illuminates when the battery is not charging properly, requiring electrical system service. Engine oil pressure (if equipped) Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range.
  • Page 14 Instrumentation O/D off Standard instrument cluster Optional instrument cluster Illuminates when the Transmission Control Switch (TCS), refer to Overdrive control in the Controls and Features chapter, has been pushed turning the transmission overdrive function OFF. When the light is on, the transmission does not operate in the overdrive mode, refer to the Driving chapter for transmission function and operation.

  • Page 15: Speed Control

    Message center indicator lights (if equipped) Speed control This light comes on when either the SET/ACCEL or RESUME controls are pressed. It turns off when the speed control OFF control is pressed, the brake is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF position. Door ajar Illuminates when one of the doors is not completely shut and the ignition...
  • Page 16 Instrumentation Safety belt warning chime Sounds to remind you to fasten your safety belts. For information on the safety belt warning chime, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. Belt minder chime Sounds intermittently to remind you to fasten your safety belts. For information on the safety belt minder chime, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter.

  • Page 17: Fuel Gauge

    GAUGES Standard instrument cluster gauges TRAC CHECK CNTL FUEL ENGINE VOLTS FUEL < FUEL FILL DOOR Optional instrument cluster gauges CHECK FUEL Fuel gauge Displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank (when the key is in the ON position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion.
  • Page 18 Instrumentation Standard instrument cluster Optional instrument cluster A minimum of four gallons must be added or removed from the fuel tank in order for the gauge to instantaneously update. If less than four gallons is added, the gauge will take between five to ten minutes to update.
  • Page 19 Optional instrument cluster Odometer Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle. Standard instrument cluster Optional instrument cluster Refer to Electronic Message Center for information on how to switch the display from metric to English measurements. Instrumentation 60 70 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 km/h km/h km/h...
  • Page 20 Instrumentation Trip odometer Registers the kilometers (miles) of individual journeys. To reset, 60 70 depress the control. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 km/h Refer to Electronic Message Center for Trip A and Trip B features on the optional instrument cluster. Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of the engine coolant.
  • Page 21 Optional instrument cluster This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level the gauge indication will not be accurate. If the gauge enters the red section, the engine coolant and Check Engine/Service Engine Soon indicators illuminate, refer to What you should know about fail-safe cooling in the Maintenance and care chapter.
  • Page 22 Instrumentation Engine oil pressure gauge (if equipped) This shows the engine oil pressure in the system. Sufficient pressure exists as long as the needle remains in the normal range (the area between the “H” and “L”). If the gauge indicates low pressure, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and switch off the engine immediately.
  • Page 23 Selectable features Reset Press this control to reset the selected message center function to zero. The only functions which can be reset are: AVG ECON TRIP A or TRIP B AVG SPEED Press this control to switch the electronic instrument cluster display and the message center display from metric to English units.

  • Page 24: Distance To Empty (Dte)

    Instrumentation 2. Press the RESET control and the selected message center function will be reset to zero. Message center functions DISTANCE TO EMPTY (DTE) This function estimates approximately how far you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under normal driving conditions.
  • Page 25 AVG FUEL ECONOMY (average fuel economy) Select this function to display your average fuel economy in liters/100 km or miles/gallon. If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing miles traveled by gallons used, your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons: your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at service stations...
  • Page 26 Instrumentation To reset either trip feature to zero, press the RESET control while the RESET SELECT appropriate trip distance feature (TRIP A or TRIP B) is displayed. AVG SPEED (average speed) Select this function to display your DISTANCE AVG FUEL TO EMPTY ECONOMY average speed in miles per hour or...

  • Page 27: Panel Dimmer Control

    PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel during headlight and parklamp operation. Push up to brighten. Push down to dim. HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to the first position to turn on the parking lamps.
  • Page 28 Controls and features High beams Push forward to activate. Pull toward you to deactivate. Flash to pass Pull toward you to activate and release to deactivate. AUTOLAMP CONTROL The autolamp system provides light sensitive automatic on-off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control.

  • Page 29: Climate Control System

    CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM Manual heating and air conditioning system (if equipped) Fan speed control Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. Temperature control knob Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle. Mode selector control Controls the direction of the airflow to the inside of the vehicle.
  • Page 30 Controls and features NORM A/C-Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. It is quieter than MAX A/C but not as economical. Airflow will be from the instrument panel registers. VENT-Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers. However, the air will not be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode.
  • Page 31 Under normal weather conditions, your vehicle’s climate control system should be left in any position other than MAX A/C or OFF when the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to “breathe” through the outside air inlet duct. Under snowy or dirty weather conditions, your vehicle’s climate control system should be left in the OFF position when the vehicle is parked.

  • Page 32: Automatic Operation

    Controls and features 4. Direct the outer panel vents towards to side windows To increase airflow to the outer panel vents, close the central panel vents. Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) system (if equipped) The EATC system will maintain a selected temperature and automatically control airflow.
  • Page 33 Controls and features When in AUTOMATIC and weather conditions require heat, air will be sent to the floor. However, if the engine is not warm enough to provide heat, the fan will be at a low speed and the air will be directed to the windshield.
  • Page 34 Controls and features Temperature conversion Press MAX A/C and DEF the same time (for one second) to switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius. If your vehicle has an English/Metric (E/M) control to change your electronic instrument cluster display (if equipped) and the message center display (if equipped) from English to Metric, this control will also change the temperature display.
  • Page 35 Since the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the air during operation, it is normal if clear water drips on the ground under the air conditioner drain while the system is working and even after you have stopped the vehicle. MAX A/C-Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle.
  • Page 36 Controls and features Displaying outside temperature Press OUTSIDE TEMP to display the outside air temperature. It will be displayed until OUTSIDE TEMP is pressed again. If the selected temperature is changed while the outside temperature is displayed, the new temperature will be displayed for four seconds after it is changed, then the outside temperature will return to the window.
  • Page 37 Under snowy or dirty weather conditions, your vehicle’s climate control system should be left in the OFF position when the vehicle is parked. This allows the climate control system to be free from contamination of outside pollutants. If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during warm weather conditions, the air conditioner will perform more efficiently in cooling the vehicle if driven for two or three minutes with the windows open.

  • Page 38: Using Your Audio System

    Controls and features REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER The rear defroster control is located on the instrument panel. Press the rear defroster control to clear the rear window of thin ice and fog. A small LED will illuminate when the rear defroster is activated. The ignition must be in the ON position to operate the rear window defroster.
  • Page 39 Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off. Turn the control to raise or lower volume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on.
  • Page 40 Controls and features Tune adjust The tune control works in radio mode. Tune adjust in radio mode Press to move to the next frequency down the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly.
  • Page 41 Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s bass output. Press the TONE control once, then use the volume knob to adjust the desired level. Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s treble output.
  • Page 42 Controls and features Setting the clock Press CLK to toggle between listening frequencies and clock mode. To set the hour, press and hold the CLK control until CLOCK SET appears in the display and press the SEEK control: to decrease hours and to increase hours.
  • Page 43 to decrease minutes and to increase minutes. The CLK control will allow you to switch between media display mode (radio station, stereo information, etc.) and clock display mode (time). When in clock mode, the media information will display for ten seconds, when the radio is turned on, and then revert to clock information.
  • Page 44 Controls and features Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audio VOL - PUSH ON system on or off. Turn the control to raise or lower volume. VOL - PUSH ON If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal”...
  • Page 45 Tune adjust The tune control works in radio mode. Tune adjust in radio mode Press to move to the next frequency down the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly.
  • Page 46 Controls and features Setting memory preset stations 1. Select the frequency band with the AM or the FM select control. 2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station. 3. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns, indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected.
  • Page 47 Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers. Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers. Tape select To enter tape mode while in radio mode, press the TAPE AMS control.
  • Page 48 Controls and features Automatic Music Search The Automatic Music Search feature allows you to quickly locate the beginning of the tape selection being played or to skip to the next selection. To activate the feature, momentarily depress the TAPE AMS button. Then, press either REW (for the beginning of the current selection) or FF (to advance to the next selection).
  • Page 49 Eject function Press the control to stop and eject a tape. Dolby noise reduction Dolby noise reduction operates only in tape mode. Dolby noise reduction reduces the amount of hiss and static during tape playback. Press the control to activate (and deactivate) Dolby noise reduction.
  • Page 50 Controls and features To set the minute, press and hold the CLK control and press the TUNE control: to decrease minutes and to increase minutes. The CLK control will allow you to switch between media display mode (radio station, stereo information, etc.) and clock display mode (time). When in clock mode, the media information will display for 10 seconds, when the radio is turned on, and then revert to clock information.
  • Page 51 Controls and features AM/FM Stereo / Single CD Radio VOL - PUSH ON BASS TREB FADE DISC SEEK TUNE COMP DISCS SHUFFLE Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audio VOL - PUSH ON system on or off. Turn the control to raise or lower volume.
  • Page 52 Controls and features AM/FM select The AM/FM select control works in radio and CD modes. AM/FM select in radio mode The AM/FM control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands. Press the control to switch between AM, FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations.
  • Page 53 Seek function in radio mode Press to find the next listenable station down the frequency band. Press to find the next listenable station up the frequency band. Seek function in CD or CD changer mode (if equipped) Press to listen to the next selection on the current disc.
  • Page 54 Controls and features 3. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns, indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected. Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s bass output.
  • Page 55 Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers. CD select To begin CD play (if CD[s] are loaded), press the CD control. The first track of the disc will begin playing. After that, CD play will begin where it stopped last.
  • Page 56 Controls and features Eject function Press the control to stop and eject a CD. Compression feature Compression adjust brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. Press the COMP control to activate and deactivate compression adjust. Shuffle feature The shuffle feature operates in CD changer mode (if equipped) and...
  • Page 57 To set the minute, press and hold the CLK control and press the TUNE control: to decrease minutes and to increase minutes. Premium AM/FM Stereo/Cassette (CD Changer Compatible) PUSH ON TAPE MUTE Your audio system is equipped with selective lighting, a unique lighting strategy.
  • Page 58 Controls and features Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off. Turn the control to raise or lower volume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on.
  • Page 59 Tune adjust in radio mode Press to move to the next frequency down the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly. Press to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there).
  • Page 60 Controls and features Seek function for CD changer Press to seek to the previous track of the current disc. If a selection has been playing for three seconds or more and you press that selection from the beginning. Press to seek forward to the next track of the current disc. After the last track has been completed, the first track of the current disc will automatically replay.
  • Page 61 Controls and features Setting memory preset stations 1. Select the frequency band with the AM/FM select control. 2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station. 3. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns, indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected.
  • Page 62 Controls and features Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s treble output. Press the TREB control. Use the SEL control to increase or decrease the amount of treble. Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers.
  • Page 63 Do not insert any promotional (odd shaped or sized) discs, or discs with removable labels into the CD player as jamming may occur. Rewind The rewind control works in tape and CD modes. In tape mode, radio play will continue until rewind is stopped (with the TAPE control) or the beginning of the tape is reached.
  • Page 64 Controls and features Dolby noise reduction Dolby noise reduction operates only in tape mode. Dolby noise reduction reduces the amount of hiss and static during tape playback. Press the control to activate (and deactivate) Dolby noise reduction. The Dolby noise reduction system is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
  • Page 65 The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) recommend FM radio broadcasters to use RDS technology to transmit information. FM radio stations are independently operated and individually elect to use RDS technology to transmit station ID and program type as desired. Press the RDS control until RDS ON or RDS OFF appears in the display.
  • Page 66 Controls and features Use the SEL control to select the program type. With the feature on, use the SEEK or SCAN control to find the desired program type from the following selections: Classic Country Info Jazz Oldies R & B Religious Rock Soft...
  • Page 67 Use the SEL control to manually set the time. Press to increase hours/minutes. Press to decrease hours/minutes. CD changer (if equipped) The CD changer is located in one of the following locations: in the trunk in the center console under the driver’s seat 1.
  • Page 68 Controls and features 3. Turn the magazine (A) over. 4. Using the disc holder release knob (C), pull the disc holder (B) out of the magazine. If you pull too hard on the disc holder, the disc holder may come completely out of the magazine.
  • Page 69 Ensure that the disc holder is evenly inserted and at the same level as the magazine (A). The unit will not operate if the disc holder is not inserted at the same level (B). Radio power must be turned on to play the CDs in the changer. The magazine may be stored in the glove box when not being used.
  • Page 70 Controls and features Cleaning compact discs Inspect all discs for contamination before playing. If necessary, clean discs only with an approved CD cleaner and wipe from the center out to the edge. Do not use circular motion. CD and CD changer care Handle discs by their edges only.

  • Page 71: Power Adjustable Foot Pedals (If Equipped)

    Radio reception factors Three factors can affect radio reception: Distance/strength.The further an FM signal travels, the weaker it is. The listenable range of the average FM station is approximately 40 km (24 miles). This range can be affected by “signal modulation.” Signal modulation is a process radio stations use to increase their strength/volume relative to other stations.

  • Page 72: Auxiliary Power Point

    Controls and features AUXILIARY POWER POINT The auxiliary power point is located under the instrument panel on the left hand side of the front passenger foot well. This outlet should be used in place of the cigarette lighter for optional electrical accessories. Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only.

  • Page 73: Windshield Wiper/Washer Controls

    WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROLS Rotate the windshield wiper control to the desired interval, low or high speed position. The bars of varying length are for intermittent wipers. When in this position rotate the control upward for fast intervals and downward for slow intervals.

  • Page 74: Tilt Steering

    Controls and features TILT STEERING Pull the tilt steering control toward you to move the steering wheel up or down. Hold the control while adjusting the wheel to the desired position, then release the control. Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. OVERDRIVE CONTROL Activating overdrive (Overdrive) is the normal drive position for the best fuel economy.
  • Page 75 If your vehicle is equipped with a floor-shift transmission, overdrive can be deactivated by pressing the Transmission Control Switch (TCS) on the gearshift handle. The Transmission Control Indicator Light (TCIL) will illuminate on the instrument cluster. The transmission will operate in all gears except overdrive.
  • Page 76 Controls and features To turn speed control off Press OFF or Turn off the vehicle ignition. Once speed control is switched off, the previously programmed set speed will be erased. To set a speed Press SET ACCEL. For speed control to operate, the speed control must be ON and the vehicle speed must be greater than 48 km/h (30 mph).
  • Page 77 To set a higher set speed Press and hold SET ACCEL. Release the control when the desired vehicle speed is reached Press and release SET ACCEL to operate the Tap-Up function. Each press will increase the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph) or Accelerate with your accelerator pedal.
  • Page 78 Controls and features To disengage speed control Depress the brake pedal. Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed. Pressing OFF will erase the previously programmed set speed. To return to a previously set speed Press RES. For RESUME to operate, the vehicle speed must be faster than 48 km/h (30 mph).

  • Page 79: Homelink Universal Transceiver (If Equipped)

    Indicator light (if equipped) This light comes on when either the SET ACCEL or RES controls are pressed. It turns off when the speed control OFF control is pressed, the brake is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF position. HOMELINK UNIVERSAL TRANSCEIVER (IF EQUIPPED) The HomeLink Universal Transceiver, located on the driver’s visor, provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand-held transmitters...
  • Page 80 Controls and features Programming Do not program the HomeLink Universal Transceiver with the vehicle parked in the garage. 1. Prepare for programming the HomeLink Universal Transceiver by erasing the three factory default codes by holding down the two outside buttons until the red light begins to flash after 20 seconds.
  • Page 81 Canadian Programming During programming, your hand-held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting after two seconds which may not be long enough to program the HomeLink Universal Transceiver. To program your hand-held transmitters: Continue to hold the button on the HomeLink Universal Transceiver.
  • Page 82 Controls and features 1. Locate the training button on the garage door motor head unit. Refer to the garage door opener manual or call 1–800–355–3515 or on the Internet at HomeLink.jci.com. if there is difficulty locating the training button. 2. Press the training button on the garage door motor head unit (which will activate the “training”...

  • Page 83: Automatic Dimming Inside Rear View Mirror (If Equipped)

    Controls and features 3. Press and hold the hand-held transmitter button. 4. The HomeLink indicator light will flash, first slowly and then rapidly. When the indicator light begins to flash rapidly, release both buttons. The previous device has now been erased and the new device can be activated by pushing the HomeLink button that has just been programmed.
  • Page 84 Controls and features Compass zone adjustment 1. Determine which compass zone you are in by referring to the zone map. 2. With the compass display turned on, press and hold the COMP side of the control for no more than six seconds until the zone selection number appears in the mirror COMP...

  • Page 85: Fuel Door Release

    Controls and features 2. Press and hold the COMP side of the control for approximately six seconds until “C” appears in the mirror display. COMP MIRROR 3. Drive the vehicle slowly (less than 5 km/h [3 mph]) in circles or on your everyday routine until the display reads a direction.

  • Page 86: Power Windows

    Controls and features TRUNK REMOTE CONTROL The remote trunk release control is located on the driver’s door trim panel and can be operated at any time. POWER WINDOWS Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows. Press the top portion of the rocker switch to close.

  • Page 87: Power Door Locks

    Express down Press AUTO and release quickly. The window will open fully. Depress again to stop window operation. Window lock The window lock feature allows only the driver to operate the power windows. To lock out all the window controls except for the driver’s press the left side of the control.

  • Page 88: Power Side View Mirrors

    Controls and features POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS To adjust your mirrors: 1. Select to adjust the left mirror or to adjust the right mirror. 2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror. 3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place.

  • Page 89: Remote Entry System (If Equipped)

    Controls and features POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT Position the floor mat so that the eyelet is over the pointed end of the retention post and rotate forward to lock in. Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal.
  • Page 90 Controls and features Unlocking the doors Press this control to unlock the driver’s door. The interior lamps will illuminate. Press the control a second time within five seconds to unlock all doors. Locking the doors Press this control to lock all doors. The horn will chirp and the parklamps/taillamps will flash to confirm the control was pressed.
  • Page 91 7. After a five to ten second delay, the door locks will cycle lock/unlock to confirm successful programming. 8. Turn the ignition to OFF. This feature can also be turned on/off through the following procedure using the keyless entry keypad. 1.
  • Page 92 Controls and features 3. Within 5 seconds (while holding down control 7/8), press and release control 3/4. 4. Release control 7/8. The door will lock/unlock to confirm the feature has been disabled. Once disabled, the feature can be enabled by repeating the same sequence. Automatic door locks can also be turned on/off through the following procedure: You must complete steps 1-7 within 30 seconds or the procedure will...
  • Page 93 Sounding a panic alarm Press this control to activate the alarm. To deactivate the alarm, press the control again or turn the ignition to ACC or ON. Panic alarm will only operate with the ignition in the OFF position. Illuminated entry The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door(s) or sound the personal alarm.
  • Page 94 Controls and features To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the transmitter near the key ring. DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE TRANSMITTER APART. 2. Place the positive (+) side of new battery in the same orientation.
  • Page 95 The SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. Automatic arming...
  • Page 96 If a problem occurs, turn ignition OFF and restart the engine with all other objects on the key ring held away from the ignition key. Check to make sure the coded key is an approved Ford coded key.
  • Page 97 If your keys are lost or stolen you will need to do the following: Use your spare key to start the vehicle, or Have your vehicle towed to a dealership or locksmith. The key codes will need to be erased from your vehicle and new key codes will need to be re-coded.

  • Page 98: Keyless Entry System

    Controls and features 1. Insert the first previously programmed coded key into the ignition and turn the ignition from 3 (OFF) to 4 (ON) (maintain ignition in 4 (ON) for at least one second). 2. Turn ignition to 3 (OFF) then 2 (LOCK) and remove the first coded key from the ignition.
  • Page 99 Your vehicle has a factory-set 5–digit code that operates the keyless entry system. You can also program your own 5–digit personal entry code. The factory-set code is located: on the owner’s wallet card in the glove compartment taped to the computer module or at your dealer When pressing the controls on the keyless entry keypad, press the middle of the controls to ensure a good activation.
  • Page 100 Controls and features Erasing personal code To erase all of the personal entry codes programmed to a vehicle: 1. Enter the factory-set code. 2. Press and release 1/2 within 5 seconds of step 1. 3. Press and hold 1/2 for two seconds.

  • Page 101: Interior Luggage Compartment Release

    Controls and features Locking doors with the keyless entry system It is not necessary to enter the factory-set code prior to locking all doors. To lock the doors: Press 7/8 and 9/0 at the same time. 7 8 9 0 INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE Your vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior luggage compartment release handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults in...
  • Page 102 Controls and features Keep vehicle doors and luggage compartment locked and keep keys out of a child’s reach. Unsupervised children could lock themselves in an open trunk and risk injury. Children should be taught not to play in vehicles. On hot days, the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can rise very quickly.

  • Page 103: Seating And Safety Restraints

    SEATING Head restraints Your vehicle’s seats may be equipped with head restraints which are vertically adjustable. The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision. To properly adjust your head restraints, lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that position as possible.
  • Page 104 Seating and safety restraints Lift handle to move seat forward or backward. Pull lever up to adjust seatback. Using the manual recline function (if equipped) Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop.
  • Page 105 To adjust the front seatback using the manual recliner: Lift and hold the handle located on the side of the seat. Lean against the seatback to adjust it to your desired position. You can recline the seat back or bring it forward. Release the handle when the desired position has been reached.
  • Page 106 Seating and safety restraints Press to move the seat forward or backward. Press to move the front portion of the seat cushion up or down. Press to move the rear portion of the seat cushion up or down. Adjusting the power seats – seat mounted controls Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving.
  • Page 107 Reclining the seatback can reduce the effectiveness of the seat’s safety belt in the event of a collision. The power seat controls are located on the side of the driver’s seat. Press to raise or lower the seat, or to move the seat forward or backward.
  • Page 108 Seating and safety restraints Restraints Control Module (RCM) with impact and safing sensors. Restraint system warning light and back-up tone. The electrical wiring for the air bags, crash sensor(s), safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt usage sensors, driver seat position sensor, passenger occupant classification sensor (if equipped), and indicator lights.
  • Page 109 If your vehicle is equipped with this feature, there will be a label located under the front passenger seat which is marked “OCS”. Alternatively, you may take your vehicle to any Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer for assistance. For air bags to do their job they must inflate with great force, and this force can pose a potentially deadly risk to occupants that are very close to the air bag when it begins to inflate.
  • Page 110 Seating and safety restraints Front safety belt usage sensors The front safety belt usage sensors detect whether or not the driver and front outboard passenger safety belts are fastened. This information allows your Personal Safety System to tailor the air bag deployment and safety belt pretensioner activation depending upon safety belt usage.
  • Page 111 If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the Personal Safety System serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. Safety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips.
  • Page 112 Seating and safety restraints Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only.
  • Page 113 The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. The front passenger and rear seat outboard safety belts have two types of locking modes described below: Vehicle sensitive mode The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode, allowing free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement.
  • Page 114 This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode. How to disengage the automatic locking mode Ford recommends that all safety belt assemblies and attaching hardware should be inspected by a qualified technician after any collision. Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted.
  • Page 115 Front safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt height adjustments for the driver and front passenger. Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. To lower the shoulder belt height, push the button and slide the height adjuster down.
  • Page 116 Seating and safety restraints Insert the tongue into the correct buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from). To lengthen the belt, turn the tongue at a right angle to the belt and pull across your lap until it reaches the buckle.
  • Page 117 Conditions of operation If... The driver’s safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position... The driver’s safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding... The driver’s safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position...
  • Page 118 Seating and safety restraints The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts: (All statistics based on U.S. data) Reasons given... “Crashes are rare events” “I’m not going far” 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25 miles of home. “Belts are uncomfortable”...
  • Page 119 One time disable Any time the safety belt is buckled and then unbuckled during an ignition ON cycle, Belt Minder will be disabled for that ignition cycle only. Deactivating/activating the belt minder feature Read steps 1 - 9 thoroughly before proceeding with the deactivation/activation programming procedure.
  • Page 120 (if equipped), LATCH child seat tether anchors and lower anchors (if equipped), and attaching hardware, should be inspected after a collision. Ford recommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced.

  • Page 121: Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)

    This information will assist Ford in the servicing of your vehicle and may help Ford better understand real world collisions and further improve the safety of future vehicles.
  • Page 122 Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. Se your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. Modifications to the front end of the vehicle, including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks may affect the performance of the air bag sensors increasing the risk of injury.
  • Page 123 Children and air bags For additional important safety information, read all information on safety restraints in this guide. Children must always be properly restrained. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position.
  • Page 124 Seating and safety restraints The air bags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation. After air bag deployment, it is normal to notice a smoke-like, powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant. This may consist of cornstarch, talcum powder (to lubricate the bag) or sodium compounds (e.g., baking soda) that result from the combustion process that inflates the...

  • Page 125: Safety Restraints For Children

    If the air bag has deployed, the air bag will not function again and must be replaced immediately. If the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision. Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system.
  • Page 126 To improve the fit of lap and shoulder belts on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford recommends use of a belt-positioning booster seat that is labelled as conforming to all applicable Federal motor vehicle safety standards. Belt-positioning booster seats raise the child and provide a shorter, firmer seating cushion that encourages safer seating posture and better fit of lap and shoulder belts on the child.

  • Page 127: Safety Seats For Children

    Seating and safety restraints A belt-positioning booster seat should be used if the shoulder belt rests in front of the child’s face or neck, or if the lap belt does not fit snugly on both thighs, or if the thighs are too short to let the child sit all the way back on the seat cushion when the lower legs hang over the edge of the seat cushion.
  • Page 128 (passenger side front and outboard rear seating positions) (if equipped) section in this chapter. Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap. Install the child safety seat in a seating position which is capable of providing a tether anchorage.
  • Page 129 Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active air bag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the way back.
  • Page 130 Seating and safety restraints 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer’s instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) for that seating position until...
  • Page 131 Seating and safety restraints 7. Pull the lap belt portion across the child seat toward the buckle and pull up on the shoulder belt while pushing down with your knee on the child seat. 8. Allow the safety belt to retract to remove any slack in the belt.
  • Page 132 Seating and safety restraints 5. Push down on the child seat while pulling on the loose end of the lap belt webbing to tighten the belt. 6. Before placing the child into the child seat, forcibly tilt the child seat from side to side and in forward direction to make sure that the seat is held securely in place.
  • Page 133 3. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position. 4. Open the tether anchor cover. 5. Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown. If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly, the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision.

  • Page 134: Starting

    Starting PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLE Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system. This system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise. When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressing the accelerator before or during starting.
  • Page 135 3. Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). 4. Make sure the parking brake is set. 5. Turn the key to 4 (ON) without turning the key to 5 (START). If there is difficulty in turning the key, firmly rotate the steering wheel left and right until the key turns freely.

  • Page 136: Starting The Engine

    Starting STARTING THE ENGINE NOTE: Whenever you start your vehicle, release the key as soon as the engine starts. Excessive cranking could damage the starter. 1. Turn the key to 5 (START) without pressing the accelerator pedal and release as soon as the engine starts.
  • Page 137 Guarding against exhaust fumes Although odorless and colorless, carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects. If you ever smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect and fix your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes.

  • Page 138: Driving

    Driving BRAKES Your service brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for scheduled maintenance. Occasional brake noise is normal and often does not indicate a performance concern with the vehicle’s brake system. In normal operation, automotive brake systems may emit occasional or intermittent squeal or groan noises when the brakes are applied.
  • Page 139 ABS warning lamp warning lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position. If the light does not illuminate momentarily at start up, remains on or continues to flash, the ABS needs to be serviced. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the...

  • Page 140: Traction Control

    Driving The BRAKE warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates and remains illuminated (when the ignition is turned ON) until the parking brake is fully released. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn off the ignition whenever you leave your vehicle.
  • Page 141 The system operates by detecting and controlling wheel spin. The system borrows many of the electronic and mechanical elements already present in the anti-lock braking system (ABS). Wheel-speed sensors allow excess rear wheel spin to be detected by the Traction Control portion of the ABS computer.

  • Page 142: Air Suspension System (If Equipped)

    Driving STEERING Your vehicle is equipped with power steering. Power steering uses energy from the engine to help steer the vehicle. To prevent damage to the power steering pump: Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme right or the extreme left for more than a few seconds when the engine is running.

  • Page 143: Automatic Transmission Operation (If Equipped)

    This system keeps the rear of your vehicle at a constant level by automatically adding air or releasing air from the springs. If you exceed the load limit, the rear air suspension may not operate. The air suspension shut-off switch is located on the left side of the trunk.
  • Page 144 Driving Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps are working. If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting from forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts, in a steady pattern.
  • Page 145 P (Park) Always come to a complete stop before shifting into P (Park). Make sure the gearshift lever is securely latched in P (Park). This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift lever is latched in P (Park).
  • Page 146 Driving If your vehicle is equipped with a floor-shift transmission, overdrive can be deactivated by pressing the transmission control switch on the gearshift handle. The transmission control indicator light (TCIL) will illuminate on the instrument cluster. Drive Not shown on the display. Activate by pressing the transmission control switch on the gearshift lever with the gearshift in the Drive position.

  • Page 147: Traction-Lok Axle (If Equipped)

    1 (First) Use 1 (Low) to provide maximum engine braking on steep downgrades. Upshifts can be made by shifting to 2 (Second) or to Overdrive. Selecting 1 (Low) at higher speeds causes the transmission to shift to a lower gear, and will shift to 1 (Low) after vehicle decelerates to the proper speed.
  • Page 148 Driving GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating): Maximum permissable total weight of the base vehicle, occupants, optional equipment and cargo. The GVWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Certification Label on the driver’s door pillar. GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating): Carrying capacity for each axle system.

  • Page 149: Trailer Towing

    front and rear gross axle weight rating limits. Under no circumstance should these limitations be exceeded. Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious damage to the vehicle and/or personal injury. The weight of your loaded trailer should not exceed 907 kg (2 000 lbs). The GCW of your vehicle and trailer should not exceed 2 993 kg (6 600 lbs).
  • Page 150 Driving Do not attach safety chains to the bumper. Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer’s specifications. The trailer brakes must meet local and Federal regulations. Do not connect a trailer’s hydraulic brake system directly to your vehicle’s brake system.
  • Page 151 Trailer towing tips Practice turning, stopping and backing up before starting on a trip to get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination. When turning, make wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles. Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached. If you are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to a lower gear.

  • Page 152: Driving Through Water

    Maximum distance is 80 km (50 miles). If a distance of 80 km (50 miles) or a speed of 56 km/h (35 mph) must be exceeded, you must disconnect the driveshaft. Ford recommends the driveshaft be removed/installed only by a qualified technician. See your local dealer for driveshaft removal/installation.

  • Page 153: Getting Roadside Assistance

    GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: 24–hours, seven days a week for the Basic warranty period (Canada) or New Vehicle Limited Warranty period (U.S.) of three years or 60 000 km (36 000 miles),...

  • Page 154: Hazard Flasher

    Roadside coverage beyond basic warranty In the United States, you may purchase additional roadside assistance coverage beyond this period through the Ford Auto Club by contacting your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. Similarly in Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage, you may purchase extended coverage prior to your Basic Warranty’s Roadside...
  • Page 155 Roadside emergencies The fuel pump shut-off switch is located on the left side of the trunk behind the left rear tail light and the trunk liner. Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pump shut-off switch. 1. Turn the ignition to the OFF position. 2.

  • Page 156: Fuses And Relays

    Roadside emergencies FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working, a fuse may have blown. Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse. Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components. NOTE: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating.
  • Page 157 Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel by the brake pedal. Remove the panel cover to access the fuses. To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover.
  • Page 158 Roadside emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Power Train Control Module (PCM) Power Relay, Coil-on -Plugs, Radio Noise Capacitator, Passive Anti-theft System (PATS) — Not Used Rear Window Defrost — Not Used — Not Used Radio Traction Control Switch, Anti-lock Brakes (ABS), Instrument Cluster Speed Control Servo, Main Light Switch...
  • Page 159 Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating 20A* * Maxi Fuse Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads. Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses.
  • Page 160 Roadside emergencies The high-current fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating 20A* 30A* 25A* 30A* 15A* 20A* 20A CB 30A** 50A** 50A** 50A** Power Distribution Box Description Electric Fuel Pump Relay Generator, Starter Relay, Fuses 15 and 18 Radio, CD Changer, Subwoofer Amplifier Police Power Relay Horn Relay...

  • Page 161: Changing The Tires

    Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating 30A** 50A** 40A** 40A** 50A** 30A CB Relay 1 Relay 2 Relay 3 Relay 4 * Mini Fuses ** Maxi Fuses Relays Relays are located in the power distribution box and should be replaced by qualified technicians. CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.
  • Page 162 Roadside emergencies When driving with the temporary spare tire do not: exceed 80 km/h (50 mph) under any circumstances load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on the Safety Compliance Label tow a trailer use tire chains drive through an automatic car wash, because of the vehicle’s reduced ground clearance try to repair the temporary spare tire or remove it from its wheel use the wheel for any other type of vehicle...
  • Page 163 3. Remove the spare tire and the jack. The jack could be located: A — under the spare tire or B — in the wheel well On vehicles equipped with Air Suspension, turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to jacking, hoisting or towing your vehicle.

  • Page 164: Jack Location

    Roadside emergencies 5. Locate pry off notch (if equipped) and remove the center ornament from the aluminum wheel with the tapered end of the wheel nut wrench that came with your vehicle. Insert and twist the handle, then pry against the wheel. 6.

  • Page 165: Jump Starting Your Vehicle

    To lessen risk of personnal injury, do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack. The jack is ONLY meant for changing the tire. Never use the rear differential as a jacking point.
  • Page 166 Roadside emergencies Do not attempt to push-start your vehicle. Automatic transmissions do not have push-start capability; also, the catalytic conveter may become damaged. Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the transmission must relearn its adaptive strategy. As a result of this, the transmission may shift firmly.
  • Page 167 Roadside emergencies Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) booster cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery.
  • Page 168 Roadside emergencies 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery. 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and the carburetor/fuel injection system.
  • Page 169 Roadside emergencies Jump starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables.
  • Page 170 Roadside emergencies 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle’s battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle’s battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions.

  • Page 171: Wrecker Towing

    It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure.

  • Page 172: Maintenance And Care

    Maintenance and care SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easy location. We provide a scheduled maintenance guide which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can provide the necessary parts and service.

  • Page 173: Opening The Hood

    Maintenance and care Working with the engine off 1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 2. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Working with the engine on 1.

  • Page 174: Identifying Components In The Engine Compartment

    Maintenance and care IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.6L SOHC V8 engine 1. Brake fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil dipstick 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7.

  • Page 175: Engine Oil

    ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil. 1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground. 2. Turn the engine off and wait up to 10 minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan.
  • Page 176 Maintenance and care If the oil level is below this mark, engine oil must be added to raise the level within the normal operating range. If required, add engine oil to the engine. Refer to Adding engine oil in this chapter. Do not overfill the engine with oil.
  • Page 177 Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance guide. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced.
  • Page 178 4. Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications. Refer to Lubricant specifications in the Capacities and specifications chapter. DOT 3 fluid is recommended. However, if DOT 3 is not available, DOT 4 fluid can be used.

  • Page 179: Engine Coolant

    Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification . Refer to Lubricant specifications in the Capacities and specifications chapter. State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the use of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze additive.
  • Page 180 Maintenance and care Your vehicle was factory-filled with a 50/50 engine coolant and water concentration. If the concentration of coolant falls below 40% or above 60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly. A 50–50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following: Freeze protection down to -36°...
  • Page 181 The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with either green-colored Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant meeting Ford specification ESE-M97B44–A or yellow-colored Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant meeting Ford Specification WSS-M97B51–A1. To determine your vehicle’s coolant type (color), check your coolant reservoir. Add Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant (green-colored), VC-4–A (U.S.) or CXC-10 (Canada) or Motorcraft Premium...
  • Page 182 Do not mix with recycled coolant unless from a Ford-approved recycling process (see Use of Recycled Engine Coolant section). For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non-pressurized cap on the coolant recovery system, add coolant to the coolant recovery reservoir when the engine is cool.
  • Page 183 Operating an engine with a low level of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible engine damage. Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company recommends the use of a recycled engine coolant produced by Ford-approved processes in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant (green-colored). However, not all coolant recycling processes produce coolant that meets Ford specification ESE-M97B44–A.
  • Page 184 Maintenance and care Increased engine coolant concentrations above 60% will decrease the overheat protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage. Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate freeze protection at the temperatures in which you drive in the winter months.
  • Page 185 How fail-safe cooling works Standard cluster Optional cluster If the engine begins to overheat: The engine coolant temperature gauge will move to the H (hot) area (if your vehicle is equipped with analog gauges). The engine coolant temperature gauge will illuminate all eight bars and a tone will sound every five seconds for one minute (if your vehicle is equipped with digital gauges).
  • Page 186 Maintenance and care Continued operation will increase the engine temperature: symbol will begin to flash. If your vehicle is equipped with digital gauges, the gauge bars will flash and a tone will sound every five seconds for one minute. The engine will completely shut down, causing steering and braking effort to increase.

  • Page 187: Checking And Adding Power Steering Fluid

    Maintenance and care CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules. If adding fluid is necessary, use only MERCON ATF. 1. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be near the center of the normal area between H and C).
  • Page 188 Maintenance and care Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. To obtain an accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it is at normal operating temperature (approximately 30 km [20 miles]). If your vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high speeds, in city traffic during hot weather or pulling a trailer, the vehicle should be turned off for about 30 minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking.
  • Page 189 Maintenance and care You can check the fluid without driving if the ambient temperature is above 10°C (50°F). However, if fluid is added at this time, an overfill condition could result when the vehicle reaches normal operating temperature. The transmission fluid should be in this range if at normal operating temperature (66°C-77°C [150°F-170°F]).
  • Page 190 Maintenance and care If an overfill occurs, excess fluid should be removed by a qualified technician. An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage. BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenance-free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life of service.
  • Page 191 Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery. When working near the battery, always shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provide proper ventilation.

  • Page 192: Air Filter Maintenance

    Maintenance and care The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 miles) or more to relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy. If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim, the idle quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle trim is eventually relearned.

  • Page 193: Windshield Wiper Blades

    6. Install a new air filter element. Be careful not to crimp the filter element edges between the air filter housing and cover. This could cause filter damage and allow unfiltered air to enter the engine if not properly seated. 7.

  • Page 194: Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading

    10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades: The U.S. Department of Transportation requires Ford to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it.
  • Page 195 Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
  • Page 196 Maintenance and care SERVICING YOUR TIRES Checking the tire pressure Use an accurate tire pressure gauge. Check the tire pressure when tires are cold, after the vehicle has been parked for at least one hour or has been driven less than 5 km (3 miles).
  • Page 197 If you do not follow these precautions, your vehicle may not drive properly and safely. Make sure that all replacement tires are of the same size, type, load-carrying capacity and tread design (e.g., “All Terrain”, etc.), as originally offered by Ford. Maintenance and care...

  • Page 198: Snow Tires And Chains

    Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains: Use only cable type chains offered by Ford as an accessory or equivalent on vehicles with aluminum wheels. Using SAE class S or other conventional link type chains may cause damage to the vehicle’s wheel house and/or body.

  • Page 199: What You Should Know About Automotive Fuels

    WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire. The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap.
  • Page 200 Maintenance and care Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel: Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before fueling your vehicle. Always turn off the vehicle before fueling. Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Fuel such as gasoline is highly toxic and if swallowed can cause death or permanent injury.
  • Page 201 If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with a fuel filler cap that is designed for your vehicle. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used. Maintenance and care...
  • Page 202 Maintenance and care The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap. Otherwise, fuel may spray out and injure you or others. If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision, which may result in possible...
  • Page 203 World-wide Fuel Charter. In Canada, look for fuels that display the Auto Makers’ Choice Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to improve air quality. Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse affect on powertrain components.

  • Page 204: Essentials Of Good Fuel Economy

    Maintenance and care Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel system if an authorized Motorcraft fuel filter is not used. ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, the driver.
  • Page 205 Use the same side of the same pump and have the vehicle facing the same direction each time you fill up. Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time. Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent. Calculating fuel economy 1.
  • Page 206 Maintenance and care Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy. Slow down gradually. Driving at reasonable speeds (traveling at 88 km/h [55 mph] uses 15% less fuel than traveling at 105 km/h [65 mph]). Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy. Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy.

  • Page 207: Emission Control System

    If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability.
  • Page 208 Maintenance and care Illumination of the “Check Engine” light, charging system warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of engine power, could indicate that the emission control system is not working properly. Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment.
  • Page 209 BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of the following lamps frequently: Headlamps Tail lamps Brakelamps High-mount brakelamp Turn signals Backup lamps License plate lamp Do not remove lamp bulbs unless they will be replaced immediately. If a bulb is removed for an extended period of time, contaminants may enter the lamp housings and affect performance.
  • Page 210 Maintenance and care 5. Without turning, remove the old bulb from the lamp assembly by gently pulling it straight back out of the lamp assembly. To install the new bulb: Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children’s reach.
  • Page 211 Maintenance and care 3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling rearward. 4. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly. 5. Carefully pull bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb until it snaps, locking it into position.
  • Page 212 Maintenance and care 5. Pull the bulb from the socket and push in the new bulb. 6. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly by rotating it clockwise. 7. Install the lamp assembly on the vehicle with three nut and washer assemblies ensuring the washers on the nuts are flush with the body to prevent water from entering the...
  • Page 213 Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs 1. Remove two screws from the lamp assembly. 2. Carefully lift the lamp assembly up for access to the bulbs. 3. Carefully pull the bulb socket out of the lamp assembly. 4. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb.

  • Page 214: Aiming The Headlamps

    Maintenance and care Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America and an “E” for Europe to assure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility.

  • Page 215: Cleaning And Caring For Your Vehicle

    Maintenance and care CLEANING AND CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE Refer to the Customer Assistance chapter for a list of Ford-approved cleaners, polishes and waxes. Washing your vehicle Wash your vehicle regularly with cold or lukewarm water. Never use strong detergents or soap. If your vehicle is particularly dirty, use a quality car wash detergent.
  • Page 216 Ultra Touch Prep and Finishing Kit (F7AZ-19K507–BA), Lacquer Touch-up Paint (ALBZ-19500–XXXXA), or Exterior Acrylic Spray Lacquer (ALAZ-19500–XXXXA) from the Ford Car Care Chemicals line. Please note that the part numbers (shown as XXXX above) will vary with your vehicle’s specific coloring. Observe the application instructions on the products.
  • Page 217 Cleaning the exterior lamps Wash with the same detergent as the exterior of your vehicle. If necessary, use a tar remover such as Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Remover (B7A-19520–AA). To avoid scratching the lamps, do not use a dry paper towel, chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners.
  • Page 218 Maintenance and care Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the running engine may cause internal damage. Cleaning the instrument panel Clean with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth. Avoid cleaner or polish that increases the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel.
  • Page 219 For tougher soiling concerns, Ford recommends using the Deluxe Leather Care Kit F8AZ-19G253–AA, which is available from your Ford Dealer. This mild cleaner and special pad, cleans the leather and maintains its natural beauty. Follow the instructions on the cleaner label.

  • Page 220: Capacities And Specifications

    Capacities and specifications MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter element Fuel filter Battery-standard Battery-heavy duty Oil filter PCV valve Spark plugs* * Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark plug gap information. 4.6L SOHC V8 engine FA-1668 FG-986B BXT-65–650 BXT-65–750...

  • Page 221: Refill Capacities

    Rear axle lubricant Windshield washer fluid Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications. Refer to Lubricant Specifications in this chapter. DOT 3 fluid is recommended. However, if DOT 3 is not available, DOT 4 fluid can be used.
  • Page 222 Traction-Lok axles use 1.6-1.8L (3.50-3.75 pints) of rear axle lubricant. Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ-19B546-A or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118–A for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear axle. Service refill capacities are determined by filling the rear axle 6 mm to...

  • Page 223: Lubricant Specifications

    LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford part name Brake fluid High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Door Silicone weatherstrips Lubricant Engine coolant Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant (green-colored) Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored) Engine oil Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor...

  • Page 224: Engine Data

    Windshield Washer Concentrate Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications. DOT 3 fluid is recommended. However, if DOT 3 is not available, DOT 4 fluid can be used. Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ-19B546-A or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear axles.

  • Page 225: Vehicle Dimensions

    VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Vehicle dimensions (1) Overall length (2) Overall width (3) Overall height (4) Wheelbase (5) Track - Front (5) Track - Rear Capacities and specifications mm (in) 5 382 (211.9) 1 987 (78.2) 1 443 (56.8) 2 913 (114.4) 1 611 (63.4) 1 659 (65.3)
  • Page 226 Capacities and specifications IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Certification label The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Certification label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Certification label may be located. The Certification label is located on the front door latch pillar on the driver’s side.
  • Page 227 Capacities and specifications Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is attached to a metal tag and is located on the driver side XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX instrument panel. (Please note that in the graphic XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number.) Engine number The engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number) is stamped on the engine block, transmission, frame and...

  • Page 228: Customer Assistance

    5,000 participating Ford or Lincoln Mercury and Ford of Canada dealers. If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Please contact your dealer for further information. Since this information is subject to...
  • Page 229 Ford Customer Relationship Center. Away from home If you own a Ford or Mercury vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you need more help than the dealership could provide, after following the steps described above, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center to find an authorized dealership to help you.

  • Page 230: The Dispute Settlement Board (U.s. Only)

    Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited P.O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) In order to help you service your Ford or Lincoln Mercury vehicle, please have the following information available when contacting a Customer Relationship Center: Your telephone number (home and business).
  • Page 231 The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations, modify procedures and/or to discontinue this service without notice and without incurring obligations per applicable state law. What kinds of cases does the Board review?
  • Page 232 Ford Motor Company the names (if known) of all the people you contacted at the...
  • Page 233 After a case is reviewed, the Board mails you a decision letter and a form on which to accept or reject the Board’s decision. The decisions of the Board are binding on Ford (and, in some cases, on the dealer) but not on consumers who are free to pursue other remedies available to them under state or federal law.

  • Page 234: Getting Assistance Outside The U.s. And Canada

    UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY) In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford and the dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third party mediation/arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).
  • Page 235 If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Central or South America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact the nearest Ford dealership. If the dealership cannot help you, write or call: FORD MOTOR COMPANY...
  • Page 236 * May be sold with the Motorcraft name FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of genuine Ford accessories are available for your vehicle through your local authorized Ford, Lincoln Mercury or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs;...
  • Page 237 Customer assistance Vehicle Security Keyless entry Wheel locks for styled wheels Vehicle security systems Comfort and convenience Cargo nets Engine block heaters Travel equipment Daytime running lights HomeLink Rear view mirror with tire pressure sensor Trunk organizer Protection and appearance equipment Air bag anti-theft locks Carpet floor mats Electrochromic compass mirror...

  • Page 238: Ordering Additional Owner's Literature

    (Citizens band [CB] transceivers, garage door openers and other transmitters with outputs of five watts or less will not ordinarily effect your vehicle’s operation.) Ford cannot assume responsibility for any adverse effects or damage that may result from the use of such equipment. ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURE...

  • Page 239: In California (U.s. Only)

    Customer assistance Obtaining a French owner’s guide French Owner’s Guides can be obtained from your dealer or by writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited, Service Publications, P.O. Box 1580, Station B, Mississauga, Ontario L4Y 4G3. IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY) California Civil Code Section 1793.2(d) requires that, if a manufacturer...

  • Page 240: Reporting Safety Defects

    However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer or Ford Motor Company. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1–800–424–9393 (202–366–0123 in the Washington D.C.

  • Page 241: Index

    Air bag supplemental restraint system ...121 and child safety seats ...123 description ...121 disposal ...125 driver air bag ...123 indicator light ...10, 125 operation ...123 passenger air bag ...123 Air cleaner filter ...192, 220 Air conditioning ...29 automatic temperature control system ...32 Air suspension ...142 description ...142 warning light ...13...
  • Page 242 ...11 refill capacities ...183, 221 specifications ...223–224 Cruise control (see Speed control) ...75 Customer Assistance ...153 Ford accessories for your vehicle ...235 Ford Extended Service Plan ...228 Getting assistance outside the U.S. and Canada ...234 Getting roadside assistance ...153 Getting the service you need ...228...
  • Page 243 idle speed control ...190 lubrication specifications ...223–224 refill capacities ...221 service points ...174 starting after a collision ...154 Engine block heater ...136 Engine oil ...175 change oil soon warning, message center ...175 checking and adding ...175 dipstick ...175 filter, specifications ...177, 220 recommendations ...177 refill capacities ...221 specifications ...223–224...
  • Page 244 Index Headlamps ...27 aiming ...214 autolamp system ...28 bulb specifications ...214 daytime running lights ...27 flash to pass ...28 high beam ...12, 28 replacing bulbs ...209 turning on and off ...27 warning chime ...16 Heating ...29 heating and air conditioning system ...29 HomeLink universal transceiver (see Garage door...
  • Page 245 traction control active ...14 turn signal indicator ...12 Load limits ...147 GAWR ...147 GVWR ...147 trailer towing ...147 Locks autolock ...91 childproof ...88 doors ...87 Lubricant specifications ...223–224 Lumbar support, seats ...107 Message center ...22 reset button ...23 select button ...23 Mirrors automatic dimming rearview mirror ...83...
  • Page 246 Index for children ...125–126 lap belt ...115 Occupant Classification Sensor ...109 warning light and chime ...11, 16, 116–117 Safety seats for children ...127 Seat belts (see Safety restraints) ...107 Seats ...103 child safety seats ...127 cleaning ...219 SecuriLock passive anti-theft system ...95–97 Servicing your vehicle ...172 Spark plugs,...
  • Page 247 Windows power ...86 Windshield washer fluid and wipers checking and adding fluid ...179 checking and cleaning ...193 operation ...73 replacing wiper blades ...193 Wrecker towing ...171 Index...

  • Page 248: Filling Station Information

    Use either green-colored Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant or yellow-colored Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant. DO NOT USE Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange in color). Refer to Adding engine coolant, in the Maintenance and Care chapter. Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle.

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